Mohawk Institute Eyeing June 2020 Re-Opening

May 29, 2019420 views

By Justin Lethbridge Writer Despite broken windows and vandalized construction equipment, the renovations at the Mohawk Institute are still progressing towards the re-opening of the former residential school. Construction crews noticed that several ground level windows were broken by vandals on May 16th. Outreach Coordinator at the Woodland Cultural Centre Carley Gallant-Jenkins told the Turtle Island News that this isn’t the first act of vandalism at the site. “Unfortunately it’s not the first time this has happened. It’s happened a few times in the past and it’s always disheartening when it happens. It’s especially sad when we’re trying so hard to protect and maintain the building which is such a significant historical location. It’s sad to see that some people don’t have any respect for its significance.” Formerly known as…

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